Harman, Festival Sound, Bohemian Rhapsody, NAMM 2019 Wrap Up | #196

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We wrap up our coverage of NAMM 2019 with a look back in musical history and how different the industry is today. Kicking off the show we chat with guest co-host and technology expert, Mike Castanon, about upcoming guests and amazing advancements in music tech affordability. Then, Harman International Industries Director of Corporate Communications, David Glaubke, discusses the history of JBL, from humble beginnings in the 1920s to their role in advancing live sound technology at Woodstock. We also learn about the rigorous testing Harman equipment goes through before its sent out. Next, Amplify Entertainment Marketing Chief Amplifier, Del Breckenfeld, is ecstatic over the success of Bohemian Rhapsody, the Queen bio flick, which featured authentic instruments and costumes created by Del and his team. Also, Del fills us in on the results of the Gambler reunion show, and Roland's new Tone Capsules. Closing out the show, Mike Etchart shares his excitement over Gibson Brand, Inc.'s restructuring and return to NAMM. Listen in for more about Bohemian Rhapsody, Harman International, JBL, Gibson, music history, and dates for the next Gambler reunion show.

• [00:00:00] Casio Pianos, Queen, and Amp Emulation
• [00:06:25] History of JBL - From MGM to Woodstock
• [00:12:30] Harman: Simplicity and Rigorous Testing
• [00:19:51] Bohemian Rhapsody and A Star Is Born
• [00:27:59] Gambler Reunion, Roland Tone Capsules
• [00:35:52] Gibson Guitar Comeback and Casio Piano